How to Book Dog Walkers and Pet Sitters with Wag

Wag connects you with background-checked local dog walkers and pet sitters for daily walks, drop-ins, or overnight stays when you travel.

In this guide (5 steps):

1.Download and create your profile
2.Choose your service type
3.Browse and choose a walker or sitter
4.Book and prepare your home
5.Track the walk and review

Download and create your profile

~16s

Search for "Wag" in the App Store or Google Play. Install the free app and create an account. Add your pet's profile — name, breed, age, weight, temperament, and any special needs or medical conditions. Upload a photo. This helps walkers know what to expect.

Choose your service type

~18s

On the home screen, choose the service you need: Walk (20 or 30 min guided walk), Drop-in (30 min check-in, feeding, and playtime at your home), Overnight Boarding (your dog stays at the sitter's home), or House Sitting (sitter stays overnight at your home). Tap your service type and select a date and time.

Browse and choose a walker or sitter

~22s

Wag will show you available, vetted providers in your area with their rates, star ratings, number of completed walks, and profile photos. Read reviews from other dog owners. Look for providers who have experience with your dog's breed and size.

Quick Tip

If your dog has specific needs (anxiety, reactive to other dogs, requires medication), write this clearly in your pet's profile and mention it when booking.

Book and prepare your home

~17s

Confirm the booking and complete payment in the app. You'll receive the walker's contact information. Before the first service, ensure you have an approved way to share access — most people use a lockbox with a spare key or a smart lock code rather than meeting in person every time.

Track the walk and review

~24s

When the walk starts, open Wag to watch the GPS map in real time. After the walk, you'll receive a "Walk Report Card" with GPS route, photos, and notes from the walker (including a pee/poop checklist). Leave a rating and tip if the service was good.

Quick Tip

Request the same walker for recurring walks — Wag lets you book a "preferred walker" so your dog builds a relationship with the same person.

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Wag is an app that connects dog owners with vetted, background-checked local pet care providers. You can book individual dog walks, recurring daily walks, drop-in visits where someone checks on your pet at home, and overnight boarding or house-sitting.

Every Wag walker and sitter has passed a background check, completed training, and has a profile with reviews from other dog owners. During each walk or service, the Wag app shows you real-time GPS tracking so you can watch your dog's walk route from your phone. You receive a post-walk report with photos and notes about how your dog did.

Wag is particularly useful for working pet owners who need their dog walked during the day, dog owners who travel and need someone reliable to care for their pet, and seniors who may have difficulty with extended walks but still want their dog exercised daily.

Services are booked and paid through the Wag app. Prices vary by service type and location — a 30-minute walk is typically $20-$30, overnight boarding $35-$65/night, and drop-in visits $18-$25.

Wag is available in most US cities. If your area isn't covered, Rover (rover.com) is a comparable alternative.

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